Dog Training Workshops and Seminars

The Well Mannered Dog or Puppy Series

The "class" that gives you flexibility! You get admission for you and your dog to each of the workshops in the series (or mix and match any 4), you pick the dates that work with your schedule AND you save $50 over the individual price. Scroll down for descriptions of each workshop.

Select "mix-n-match" from the drop down menu if you do not want one of each and we'll contact you with a coupon code that will allow you to take more than one of any topic. It couldn't be easier to end up with a well mannered dog!

"Come When Called" Workshop - 1.5 hours

Do you want a super reliable recall? It is arguably the most important thing you can teach your dog! Not only will he or she be safer if you can call him away from a busy road, but you will both be able to enjoy being out more if he can chase balls or jump in the surf or run along a trail without a leash since you know you can call him back.

Since a super duper recall requires work and practice, this workshop provides the opportunity for both. It is ideal both for those that have not even started to teach their dog to come when called as well as those that are on the road to a completely reliable recall. This workshop can be taken once, or you can come again and again as you conquer higher and higher levels of distraction. Our cozy class size of only 4 dogs ensures that you will get the personal attention you need to get a great recall. The workshop will feature a combination of instruction and practice exercises that are tailored to each participant's level of skill. Sign up and take a giant step towards the recall of your dreams!

"WALK ON LEASH NICELY" Workshop - 1.5 hours 

This workshop focuses on ending the frustration of your dog taking you for a walk. In this class we will work on being able to have a loose leash, even in highly distracting situations. Our cozy class size of only 4 dogs ensures that you will get the personal attention you need to stop that annoying pulling.

Since a hassle free walk requires work and practice, this one and a half hour workshop provides the opportunity for both. It is ideal both for those that have not even started to train their dog as well as those that are aiming for perfection. This workshop can be taken once, or you can come again and again as you conquer higher and higher levels of distraction. The workshop will feature a combination of instruction and practice exercises that are tailored to each participant's level of skill. Sign up and you will soon be able to stroll along while holding an open cup of coffee while you walk your dog.... and not end up wearing any of it!

"LEAVE-IT" Workshop - 1.5 hours

The "leave it" command has an unbelievable number of applications! You will be able to tell your dog to turn away from and ignore anything. We will start off with non-moving objects so you can apply the command to items such as a dropped piece of food, your child's toy, or the things they find on walks that are soooooo interesting to them but absolutely disgusting to us. Then we will progress to applying the command to moving objects. No more chasing the cat! If the ball or Frisbee takes the wrong direction with your dog in full pursuit, no problem. You can tell them to "leave it" in mid-stride.

Since a fool proof "leave it" command requires work and practice, this one and a half hour workshop provides the opportunity for both. It is ideal both for those that have not even started to train their dog as well as those that are aiming for perfection. This workshop can be taken once, or you can come again and again as you conquer higher and higher levels of distraction. We will feature a combination of instruction and practice exercises that are tailored to each participant's level of skill. Our cozy class size of only 4 dogs ensures that you will get the personal attention you need. Sign up and soon it will no longer be a race to save the BBQ the next time something falls from the grill to the deck.

"POLITE GREETING" Workshop 1.5hrs

This workshop will end the embarrassment of your dog leaving his or her paw prints on the chest of everyone you meet. Imagine the pleasure of knowing that your dog will automatically sit and wait patiently to be petted anytime someone approaches. Many dogs know that a certain word or hand signal means "sit". Well, we teach them that the approach of a person also means "sit" without anyone having to say anything!

Since an automatic response requires work and practice, this one and a half hour workshop provides the opportunity for both. It is ideal both for those that have not even started to train their dog as well as those dogs that already know a bunch of commands. This workshop can be taken once, or you can come again and again as you conquer higher and higher levels of distraction. Our cozy class size of only 4 dogs ensures that you will get the personal attention you need. The workshop will feature a combination of instruction and practice exercises that are tailored to each participant's level of skill. Sign up and take a giant leap towards embarrassment free encounters with those you meet!

Is Your Dog the King or Queen of the House?

Learn how to spoil your dog responsibly!

Join us for our humorous and amazingly informational one-night, two-hour seminar that will help ANYONE to have a better dog. It will leave you laughing AND in better control of your pet. Find out how even your children can easily increase their authority – and all without using punishment!

Problem solving techniques are also introduced that will allow you to eliminate problems such as housebreaking, jumping on people, chewing, digging, and much more!

Please keep in mind that our seminars start promptly at the time indicated. We strongly advise that you arrive at least 15-20 minutes early to avoid the inevitable last minute crush at the door!

Dogs that are friendly towards people and other dogs are welcome to attend the seminar with you. Dogs are not required to attend - this will be lecture only, not an interactive class. If you choose to bring your pet, please be sure and provide quiet entertainment for them - this is a two hour seminar with a short intermission. Please refrain from bringing your pet if he or she is extremely vocal.

AgiliFUN 1

We will work on developing motivation, body awareness, and attention as you build a stronger relationship with your dog and develop agility skills. This fun style and "easy to understand" teaching method benefit the dogs and their people. Whether you are just experimenting with something new or planning on becoming a competitor, you will find a wealth of information in our AgiliFUN classes.

Dogs must be at least six months old and have completed Well Trained Dog Level 1. Instructor approval may substitute for previous classes - call us with questions.

Classes will meet weekly, run for an hour and are limited to four dogs.

 Leadership Workshop - 2 hours

 This two hour class will help owners create a solid positive clear leadership role with dogs that may be exhibiting challenging, mildly fearful, rude or pushy behavior.  Exercises are geared toward building a solid status foundation for the owner in a non-punishing manner. Ideal for those dogs that just need a little "attitude adjustment" as well as dogs that are being seen by our behavior professionals for more pronounced problems.

"Barky Dog" Class - 4 weeks

This class gives owners the tools to quiet, calm, and focus their dog around other dogs and people. No need to be embarrassed that your dog is the “noisy one” in class, or barking and lunging at every dog they see when out on a walk – they all are! (and then we fix that)  This class focuses on solid, positive, effective behavior management skills that YOU can take with you... on the street or in a traditional group class.

This class is perfect if you can't take your dog with you because of the noise they make in the car, at the park, home or anywhere else. Perhaps you've tried to take a group class before, only to find that you could not even hear the instructor over the din your dog was making. After taking this class you will be able to apply our non-punishment techniques to a variety of situations. It will be especially useful in order to "main stream" your dog into a group class - and NOT be the one everyone is glaring at! 

The Barky Dog class beginning on Sunday, March 11th at 11:30 AM, will continue every-other Sunday, at 11:30 AM, additionally there will be no class on Easter April 8th. Class finish on May 6th.

The Barky dog class beginning on Friday March 30th at 6:15 PM, will continue on Friday nights, until April 27th. There will not be class on Good Friday April 6th.

The Barky Dog class beginning on Sunday April 22nd at 10:00 AM, will continue every other Sunday at 10:00 AM until June 3rd.

Give the gift of sanity!

The recipient can use this certificate to enroll in any of our $50 Workshops on the date of their choice.